Cala Formentor
Mallorca, Spain
Mallorca's most iconic beach setting — ringed by mountains and pine forest at the tip of the wild Formentor Peninsula.
Mallorca, Spain
Mallorca's most iconic beach setting — ringed by mountains and pine forest at the tip of the wild Formentor Peninsula.
Location
North Mallorca (Formentor Peninsula)
Sand Type
Fine White Sand
Water Clarity
Brilliant Clear Blue
Facilities
Beach Bar, Showers, Toilets, Sun Loungers
Best Season
May – October
Nearest Airport
Palma (PMI)
Cala Formentor is undoubtedly one of Spain's most dramatically beautiful beach settings — a 1.5-kilometre stretch of fine white sand enclosed by tall pine-covered mountains on the wild Formentor Peninsula. The water changes from the palest turquoise at the shoreline to deep blue out in the bay, surrounded by Mallorca's most spectacular mountain scenery.
The famous Hotel Formentor — opened in 1929 and one of Europe's legendary grand hotels — sits above the beach and lends an air of timeless glamour to the setting. The beach itself is wide and well-maintained, with sun loungers available for hire and excellent facilities including a beach bar, showers, and toilets.
Access to the Formentor Peninsula is controlled in summer: private cars are restricted, and visitors must take a shuttle bus from Port de Pollença. This excellent measure limits congestion on the winding mountain road and keeps the beach much more manageable than it would otherwise be given its worldwide fame.
Bus stop right at the beach. Flat approach from the bus stop. Good beach access with gentle slope. Some areas have adapted facilities.
In summer (June–September), private vehicles are prohibited beyond Port de Pollença. Take the shuttle bus from Port de Pollença (approx. 30 min, €3 return). Off-season, you can drive directly and park.